Attaining a good educational foundation can be achieved by attending one of the best basic schools. Ghana has seen an influx of basic schools in recent times, however not all basic schools in Ghana can guarantee an excellent academic experience for your ward.
This has created the need to identify the best schools that offer not just an outstanding tuition but also has the best facilities and engage students in diverse extracurricular activities for a wholistic educational experience. It must be noted that this standard of education is not cheap, as such, parents must be prepared to pay top dollar in some cases for this educational experience.
This article has been well researched to bring you the best schools in Ghana, that all but guarantee that your child will excel in all aspects, if you can afford it. Their tuition fees have been indicated and additional charges may apply depending on the school, the year the child wishes to enrol in and whether or not the child will be a boarder.
10. TEMA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Tema International School was established in 2003 with a vision to be an international school of choice that produces world-class citizens. As a private coeducational P-12 school and IB World School authorised to offer the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP), TIS ensures that their Grade 12 students exit with a rigorous and internationally acclaimed IB Diploma, based on a philosophy of responsibility, performance and service.
Their facilities cater for scientists, musicians, artists, sports stars, computer scientists and academics. The school-wide wifi network enables students to access online resources, digital textbooks and learning management system within their IT labs or by using their own devices. The learning program and environment promotes students to become active learners and critical thinkers within a balanced program.
Extracurricular activities include: athletics; swimming; volleyball; tennis; table tennis; soccer; handball; and basketball. A multitude of clubs and activities are conducted after school and during weekends during each semester.
Tuition fees at Tema International School is about USD 15,000 annually. Other fees include: school uniforms per set of USD 200, and bed linen USD 500
CONTACT
Off Tema – Akosombo Rd (Opposite Afariwaa Farms)
Postal Address: P.O. Box CO 864, Tema,
Ghana Telephone: Main Line: +233 24 9637 762 |+233 50 3849 799
Email: info@tis.edu.gh
9. BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
British International School (BIS) is a premium world class international school, providing quality international education to meet the needs of the rapidly growing, diverse community in the World. The school is made up of three sections: the Early Years, Primary and Secondary Departments.
BIS combines a highly personalised approach to children’s social, intellectual, moral and physical development with excellent sporting and technological facilities, world class equipment, small class sizes and a wide range of co-curricular activities. They offer the British National Curriculum for Early Years and the University of Cambridge International Examinations for primary and secondary education.
The school prepares learners for examinations including Cambridge Primary Checkpoint, Check point for Cambridge Secondary 1, IGCSE, AS and A Level. The purpose of the school is to provide quality International Educational Opportunities for learners between the ages of 1 and 18. Their children are trained to grow and develop into well integrated citizens prepared to overcome the challenges of daily and future life.
BIS values People, Honesty and Truthfulness, Tolerance and Diversity, Creativity, Determination and Self Reliance. The school is committed to their mission of extending access of high-quality Education to people living in Ghana and across the globe. The curricula and qualifications they offer are designed to develop successful students as lifelong learners and ensure that all students graduate equipped with the skills to navigate their chosen paths successfully.
Tuition fees at British International School in Ghana for Creche is about GHC 5,850, Play Group and Nursery is about GHC 7,200, Year 1 and Year 2 is about GHC 7,650, Year 3-6 is about GHC 10,800, Year 7-9 is about GHC 12,695, Year 10 & 11 is about GHC 13,145 and Year 12 & 13 is about 14,050.
In addition, all new students pay an admission fee of about GHC6,500-8,500 depending on the class and buy school uniforms for about GHC 350. To complete the admission process, the following attachments will be required: 2 passport size pictures of your ward, A copy of his/her birth certificate, Transcript from the transfer school, A medical report, and the transfer school completes the BIS, Ghana School Transfer Form.
CONTACT
East Legon Hills, Accra Ghana
+233 289 554 447 | +233 289 554 448
info@bisghana.com.gh
8. LINCOLN COMMUNITY SCHOOL
In 1968, six American families joined together to create Lincoln Community School. Some 50 years later, Lincoln Community School is an International Baccalaureate World School offering the Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma Programs through the lens of U.S. curricular standards and is recognised as a leading international school in Africa.
It is an American-style international school, which offers a rich extracurricular program that embraces appreciation for a well-balanced lifestyle. With a student population of approximately 600, LCS boasts some 60 plus different nationalities among its community. The school buildings are intentionally designed to provide learning spaces which best represent their high-quality teaching and learning.
Tuition fees at Lincoln Community School in Ghana is about USD 15,540 for pre-kindergarten, USD 22,188 for Kindergarten, USD 22,873 for Grade 1-5, USD 24,407 for Grade 6-8, USD 25,860 for grade 9-10 and USD 27,070 for Grade 11 & 12 annually. New students are also required to pay a one-time registration of about USD 1,500 for pre-kindergarten and USD 6,500 for children from kindergarten to Grade 12.
CONTACT
#126/21 Reindolf Road Abelemkpe
Accra Ghana, West Africa
Tel +233 30 221 8100
7. THE HILTOP INTERNATIONAL BRITISH SCHOOL
The Hilltop International British School (HIBS), formerly The Hilltop International Science College offers to students the opportunity to sit for the prestigious International Graduate Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) and the Advanced (A) level. The school is located at Kumasi in the Ashanti Region.
HIBS is part of The Hilltop School and a member of the PSGN of the British Council. Sited on a 6-acre plot of land, the school has the following sections: Crèche, Nursery, Kindergarten, Primary, JHS and International British School.
HIBS is a co-educational day school which admits students from year four through to Upper Six Level. They provide a secure and progressive education environment with counselling and guidance services through to the university application level. Their students graduate and undertake undergraduate programmes in medicine, engineering, applied science programmes and business Administration in local and international universities.
The school seeks to provide sound holistic education for academic excellence in a guided and secured moral environment and hopes to be a leading school in Ghana and the West Africa sub-region which provides competitive and holistic education with distinction and instil ethical values and moral standards in our pupils and students.
Tuition fees at the Hilltop School is about USD 1,500-3,000 for the academic year.
CONTACT
University P. O. Box. 212, Kumasi, Ghana
+233 (0)322 299 229 / +233 (0)26 512 7717 / +233 (0)20 984 3732
6. ALPHA BETA EDUCATION CENTRE
Alpha Beta Education Centres is a co-education international school based in Accra and open to children aged 18 months to 18 years. It was founded by Rev. Samuel and Florence Adjepong in September 1988.
Alpha Beta is one of the top private schools in Ghana, with a student and staff body of over 800 individuals, and offering an enriched British curriculum with a distinct focus on entrepreneurial leadership from the Primary level. The school building is also a landmark edifice prominently situated on the Dansoman High Street. Alpha Beta continues to expand its physical infrastructure.
The school is on a mission to expose students to an enriched teaching and learning environment which promotes knowledge, Christian values and service to others and hopes to raise leaders of tomorrow who shall be part of the solution to Africa’s developmental challenges.
Tuition fees at Alpha Beta Education Centre is about GHC 7,850 for PG to Prep, GHC 8,670 from class one to five, GHC 10,265 for class six and GHC 12,610 for JSS. New students pay registration fees of about GHC 500 and a one-time admission fee of about GHC 6,000
CONTACT
Pre-school: +233)-0302-308002
Primary: +233)-0302-948761 / +233)-0202-532278
Secondary: +233)-0302-324744
5.KAY-BILLIE-KLAER INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
The school was started by Dr. Akrofi Dzietror and the Late Mrs. Awo Dzietror. KBKIS, makes 21st-century education accessible to all families. They are committed to providing a compassionate, loving and restoring atmosphere, while providing wholesome but firm discipline. The school is located at East-Legon in Accra.
The school has an infant school, two years of Nursery, two years of kindergarten, six years of Primary, and three years of Junior High School. The school now has an enrolment of over 500 students and employs a total staff of 80.
The vision of the school is to be a school that inspires students to achieve the highest standards of intellectual and personal development through a stimulating and comprehensive programme. Kay-Billie-Klaer International School exist to guide every child who passes through their school to develop their full potential to become visionary leaders in their respective fields, solving problems and thereby fulfilling their God-given destiny.
Tuition fees at Kay-Billie-Klaer International School for the Infant is GHC 3,830, for Preschool is about GHC 4,130, for primary, it is about GHC 4,970 and for Secondary, it is about GHC 5,570, which is for one term. All new students pay a one-time admission fee of about GHC 2,500 for infant and preschool and GHC 3,000 for primary school.
CONTACT
233 24 250 0751 / 233 24 250 0751
admissions@kbkis.org / info@kbkis.org
4. FAITH MONTESSORI SCHOOL
FAITH MONTESSORI SCHOOL (FAITH for short) recognises and respects the diverse religious, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds of its students. It is therefore dedicated to ensuring that they are presented with the needed prop and enabling environment for excellent, astute and productive academic work.
FAITH also takes great interest in the personal growth and development of its students. Sound moral precepts are encouraged as students are expected to portray Godly values and bear Godly fruits. The school believe this is crucial for success in any venture as God is the ultimate source of talent and ingenuity through instruction.
The vision of Faith Montessori school is to become a world class Christian pre-tertiary institution whose products will: Bear Godly fruits, Imbibe the skills and tools needed to excel in the 21st century scientific, global economy and Achieve greatness through service.
The school’s programmes include an advanced Montessori education, Baby land & Tots education, College A-Level, College I.G.C.S.E, Nursery education, primary education and secondary education.
A registration fee of $100.00 for must be paid for each child, and a copy of the child’s current immunizations and completed Enrolment Packet must be submitted before the child can be admitted into the school.
CONTACT
Address: No. 152 Nii Kpakpa Osiakwan Road, Gbawe – Accra
Email: info@faithms.edu.gh
Phone: +233) 30 233 1275
3. MORNING STAR INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
The Morning Star School Ltd. is a private educational institution established in 1965. The Morning Star School endorses and promotes Christian Education. It is a community of learning and service and caters for formal learning experiences from Early Childhood to High School while utilising both the local and international curricula. The school is located at Dodowa in Accra.
The promotion of outstanding and award-winning academic achievement, professional staff development, Christian education, holistic learning, rigorous academic programmes, diverse co-curricular activities, parent support interventions, multicultural education, special needs education, career education and entrepreneurial skills training, as well as a wide outreach for community service, has been her fame to date.
The school is on a mission to promote optimal learning to enable our pupils and staff, seek and use knowledge for personal growth and development, and service to mankind. Educational programs for the hearing and sight-impaired are also being explored with the hope that these could be offered in the future. The Morning Star tradition that cherishes a cordial relationship among the management, parents, staff, and pupils will be maintained and strengthened.
Tuition fees at Morning Star School for primary and junior high education is about USD 10,900.
CONTACT
Address: Dipo Street St. Dodowa
Call: (+233) 030 3975628
Mail: info@mostarschool.edu.gh
2. SEVEN GREAT PRINCES’ ACADEMY
Seven Great Prices Academy is located at Dansoman in Accra. The school is one of the best in providing basic education in Ghana. Their students have consistently performed very well in the Basic Education Certificate Examinations (BECE) over the years.
The staff which is made up of graduate teachers ensure that student have an excellent education and are dedicated to ensuring that each of them succeed. The school also has some of the best facilities; a sports field, ICT lab, science lab and more. Extracurricular activities are also not neglected as the school has won several awards for their performance
Tuition fees for day students at Seven Great Princes Academy is about GHC 2,000 per term
CONTACT
P.O Box MP 740, Accra – Ghana
0302303613 / +233 24 426 3304 / +233302303640
1. GALAXY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Galaxy International School is an international school located in Accra, Ghana. The school was established in 2001 to provide day and boarding facilities to children living in Ghana and children of foreign based families and Ghanaians living outside Ghana. The school has two campuses, pre-school and primary section located at East Legon and secondary school located at Adjiringano, all in Accra.
The school currently has students from over 37 different countries across the globe in attendance. The school is basically science-oriented with state-of-the-art teaching and learning facilities.
Their students are trained to be competitive in the global market place by ensuring that they represent Ghana in international competitions, as a by-product of their hardworking staff and students, they have won many international laurels for Ghana. Student from Galaxy International School follow an international curriculum takes international exams such as IGCSE, GCE O-Level and GCE A-Level. They also take WAEC exams such as BECE and WASSCE.
Tuition is about GHC 57,356 annually.
CONTACT
No. 734 Ashale Botwe Sraha
CT 70, Cantonments Accra
(+233) 0302 911646 / (+233) 0303 967814
secinfo@galaxy.edu.gh